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Henkis Family History

Henkis Surname Meaning

Historically, surnames evolved as a way to sort people into groups - by occupation, place of origin, clan affiliation, patronage, parentage, adoption, and even physical characteristics (like red hair). Many of the modern surnames in the dictionary can be traced back to Britain and Ireland.


Similar surnames: Henkin, Hennis, Henkes, Dennis, Hankin, Benis, Heikes, Kennis, Tennis

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Where is the Henkis family from?

You can see how Henkis families moved over time by selecting different census years. The Henkis family name was found in the USA, and Scotland between 1841 and 1880. The most Henkis families were found in Scotland in 1841. In 1841 there were 2 Henkis families living in East Lothian. This was 100% of all the recorded Henkis's in Scotland. East Lothian had the highest population of Henkis families in 1841.
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Census Records

There are 29 census records available for the last name Henkis. Like a window into their day-to-day life, Henkis census records can tell you where and how your ancestors worked, their level of education, veteran status, and more.

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Passenger Lists

There are 18 immigration records available for the last name Henkis. Passenger lists are your ticket to knowing when your ancestors arrived in Canada, and how they made the journey - from the ship name to ports of arrival and departure.

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Draft Cards

There are 9 military records available for the last name Henkis. For the veterans among your Henkis ancestors, military collections provide insights into where and when they served, and even physical descriptions.

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What is the average Henkis lifespan?

Between 1990 and 2000, in the United States, Henkis life expectancy was at its lowest point in 1993, and highest in 2000. The average life expectancy for Henkis in 1990 was 36, and 80 in 2000.

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An unusually short lifespan might indicate that your Henkis ancestors lived in harsh conditions. A short lifespan might also indicate health problems that were once prevalent in your family. The SSDI is a searchable database of more than 70 million names. You can find birthdates, death dates, addresses and more.

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